Our friends Very Jane are doing another giveaway JUST for Oh My Crafts fans! They are giving away 2 American Express $50.00 gift cards. Enter using the link below:
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Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Very Jane Giveaway
Our friends Very Jane are doing another giveaway JUST for Oh My Crafts fans! They are giving away 2 American Express $50.00 gift cards. Enter using the link below:
a Rafflecopter giveaway Happy crafting!
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Embellishment Pack Giveaway!
Contest Ends July 25th at Midnight! Good Luck!
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
We have Recipe Contest WINNERS!
Here are the winners of our Summer Recipe Contest:
Sueli!
My recipe refreshing for a summer is a Sorbet of lemon (Cuisinart). Makes ten 1/2-cup servings 2 cups sugar 2 cups water 1 1/2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 tablespoon finely chopped lemon zest Combine the sugar and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat to low and simmer without stirring until the sugar dissolves, about 3-5 minutes. Cool completely. Keep refrigerated until ready to use. When cool, add the lemon juice and zest; stir to combine. Turn the ice cream machine on; pour the mixture into freezer bowl and let mix until thicken, about 20=25 minutes. The sorbet will have a soft texture. If a firmer consistency is desired, transfer the sorbet to an airtight container and place in freezer for about 2 hours. Remove from freezer about 10 minutes before serving. Thanks.
Mary Griffiths!
My favorite summer recipe is for Pistachio Pudding Salad. It's so refreshing on a hot day when you don't want to cook!! Pistachio Pudding Salad
Serves 8
1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple drained
1 (3-ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (8-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
5-1/4 ounces packages mini-marshmallows
1/4 cup chopped pecans or 1/4 cup walnuts (optional)
In a large bowl, combine the pineapple and dry pistachio pudding mix.
Fold in thawed whipped topping, marshmallows and optional nuts until well mixed.
Refrigerate until chilled and serve.
Melitta Archibald Ball!
This is a dip for tortilla chips/scoops etc. 1 C Sour cream, 1 C Miracle Whip, 1 C Cream cheese blend with mixer, spread in a shallow serving dish & top with a modest layer of salsa then approx 1 1/2 to 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese. Yummy!
Winners, please send an email to contest@ohmycrafts.com with the subject line, "Summer Recipe Contest Winner" within 30 days to claim your prize.
Happy crafting!
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Christmas Tag Box
Christmas Tag Box
Created by OMC Designer Lindsey
Supplies Used:
Making Memories : Twinkle Christmas Paper
Tim Holtz : Stamps - Just Believe, Winter Wonder
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pads - Walnut Stain, Fired Brick
Sizzix : eclips Cartridge - Christmas and Traditions
Making Memories : Distress Tool
Mister Huey's : Color Mists
Bazzill Basics : 12" x 12" Cardstock
Oh My Crafts : Exclusive OMC Acid Free Craft Tape
Box with Lid
Instructions:
1. Take the Mister Huey's color mists and spray the inside of the box and lid. Make sure to get the edges of the box as well. Once the box and lid are dry, work on the outside of the box.
2. Cut strips of paper to fit the sides of the box. Ink the edges of the paper to blend with the box. Adhere the paper to the sides.
3. Cut three strips of Java cardstock 2 ¼" x 7 ¼". Score the paper where the edge of the box is so that the score line fits against the box. Use two more strips to create three divided sections. There should be a total of 4 divided sections. Use the adhesive OMC craft tape to adhere the paper to the sides of the box. One section should be for large tags or cards. The other two are for tags and embellishments such as brads or ribbon.
NOTE: Choose the size of tag or card before putting the divider sections into the box. Make sure that you test the items in the box before adhering dividers to the box.
4. Once the inside of the box is done, make sure that your tags and cards fit into the divided sections.
5. For the lid, cut strips of paper to cover the sides, and ink the edges. For the top edge of the lid, cut strips of paper to fit along the edge, and cut on an angle for the corners. Cut 2 strips of paper 1" x 12" and ink the edges. Use these 2 strips to create a cross for the top of the box. Fold and adhere around the edge of the lid.
6. For the bow, cut 3 strips of paper 1" x 12" and ink the edges. Take one strip, cut it down to 7 1/2”, and staple the ends together. Cut the next strip down to 6” and staple the edges. Cut the last strip down to 4 ½" and staple the edges. Layer the three strips of paper. Wrap a strip of paper 1" x 3" around the three strips in the center where the middle of the bow should be. Cut a final strip 1" x 7 ½" and cut accents in ends to look like ribbon. Adhere this piece underneath the three wrapped strips, and glue the entire piece to the center of the box.
Happy crafting!
Created by OMC Designer Lindsey
Supplies Used:
Making Memories : Twinkle Christmas Paper
Tim Holtz : Stamps - Just Believe, Winter Wonder
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pads - Walnut Stain, Fired Brick
Sizzix : eclips Cartridge - Christmas and Traditions
Making Memories : Distress Tool
Mister Huey's : Color Mists
Bazzill Basics : 12" x 12" Cardstock
Oh My Crafts : Exclusive OMC Acid Free Craft Tape
Box with Lid
Instructions:
1. Take the Mister Huey's color mists and spray the inside of the box and lid. Make sure to get the edges of the box as well. Once the box and lid are dry, work on the outside of the box.
2. Cut strips of paper to fit the sides of the box. Ink the edges of the paper to blend with the box. Adhere the paper to the sides.
3. Cut three strips of Java cardstock 2 ¼" x 7 ¼". Score the paper where the edge of the box is so that the score line fits against the box. Use two more strips to create three divided sections. There should be a total of 4 divided sections. Use the adhesive OMC craft tape to adhere the paper to the sides of the box. One section should be for large tags or cards. The other two are for tags and embellishments such as brads or ribbon.
NOTE: Choose the size of tag or card before putting the divider sections into the box. Make sure that you test the items in the box before adhering dividers to the box.
4. Once the inside of the box is done, make sure that your tags and cards fit into the divided sections.
5. For the lid, cut strips of paper to cover the sides, and ink the edges. For the top edge of the lid, cut strips of paper to fit along the edge, and cut on an angle for the corners. Cut 2 strips of paper 1" x 12" and ink the edges. Use these 2 strips to create a cross for the top of the box. Fold and adhere around the edge of the lid.
6. For the bow, cut 3 strips of paper 1" x 12" and ink the edges. Take one strip, cut it down to 7 1/2”, and staple the ends together. Cut the next strip down to 6” and staple the edges. Cut the last strip down to 4 ½" and staple the edges. Layer the three strips of paper. Wrap a strip of paper 1" x 3" around the three strips in the center where the middle of the bow should be. Cut a final strip 1" x 7 ½" and cut accents in ends to look like ribbon. Adhere this piece underneath the three wrapped strips, and glue the entire piece to the center of the box.
Happy crafting!
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Favorite Summer Recipe Contest
How to Enter: Post your favorite Summer Recipe on our Facebook page or here on our blog. We will randomly select three comments to win. Each winner will receive a $25 OMC Gift Card!
Contest Starts: Wednesday, July 11th @ 12:01 AM
Contest Ends: Sunday, July 15th @ 11:59 PM
Happy crafting!
Thursday, July 5, 2012
You Are Canvas Decor
You are Canvas
Created by OMC Designer Lindsey
Supplies Used:
Martha Stewart : Acrylic Craft Paint - Tiger Lily, Wedding Cake, Fruit Punch
Oh My Vinyl : Mint Green, Cloud White
Sizzix : eclips Cartridge - Max & Whiskers Shapes & Alphabet
Canvas (9" x 12")
Instructions:
1. Paint the canvas with the Martha Stewart paint leaving a little of the white from the canvas showing.
2. Using the eclips cartridge, cut the phrase, "You are.." out of the white vinyl. Cut out several sayings to fit across the canvas such as, "my mac to my cheese," and "my star to my night," etc.
3. Attach the vinyl sayings using transfer tape.
Happy crafting!
Created by OMC Designer Lindsey
Supplies Used:
Martha Stewart : Acrylic Craft Paint - Tiger Lily, Wedding Cake, Fruit Punch
Oh My Vinyl : Mint Green, Cloud White
Sizzix : eclips Cartridge - Max & Whiskers Shapes & Alphabet
Canvas (9" x 12")
Instructions:
1. Paint the canvas with the Martha Stewart paint leaving a little of the white from the canvas showing.
2. Using the eclips cartridge, cut the phrase, "You are.." out of the white vinyl. Cut out several sayings to fit across the canvas such as, "my mac to my cheese," and "my star to my night," etc.
3. Attach the vinyl sayings using transfer tape.
Happy crafting!
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Freedom Banner
Freedom Banner
Created by OMC Designer Jill
Supplies Used:
Studio Calico : E-Flute Corrugated Cardstock - White, Kraft
American Crafts : Spark Tinsel - Rouge
Bazzill Basics : Dark Blue Dots Cardstock
BoBunny : 5/8 inch Polka Dot Ribbon - Red, Blue
American Crafts : DIY Thickers
Sizzix : Framelits Die Set 4PK - Stars, Primitive
Tombow Adhesive Glue
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pad - Vintage Photo
Instructions:
1. Using the largest Primitive Star Die, cut out however many stars you will need to spell whatever word you have chosen out of the kraft corrugated cardstock.
2. Trace the star you just cut onto the Bazzill cardstock.
3. Now cut around your tracing mark about ¼ of an inch larger.
4. Now trace this second star onto the white corrugated cardstock.
5. Again cut this 3rd star out ¼ in larger following the trace line.
6. Ink the edges of both corrugated stars with distress ink.
7. Adhere the blue stars to the white stars and then adhere the kraft colored stars on top of the blue stars.
8. Adhere the letters you need to spell the word you have chosen to each star.
9. Peel off the top layer of the DIY Thickers to expose the sticky surface and pour the Spark glitter over the top of each letter. Press down to get the Spark glitter to adhere to the letter. Turn over and tap off excess Spark glitter. You can use the excess to pour over your next letter.
10. Measure out how much Bo Bunny Polka Dot ribbon you will need to adhere your stars.
11. Adhere each star onto the ribbon using Tombow glue. Let dry completely!
12. Make bows with the complimentary color of ribbon you have chosen and glue in between every other letter. Let dry completely.
13. Display at your party!
Happy crafting!
Created by OMC Designer Jill
Supplies Used:
Studio Calico : E-Flute Corrugated Cardstock - White, Kraft
American Crafts : Spark Tinsel - Rouge
Bazzill Basics : Dark Blue Dots Cardstock
BoBunny : 5/8 inch Polka Dot Ribbon - Red, Blue
American Crafts : DIY Thickers
Sizzix : Framelits Die Set 4PK - Stars, Primitive
Tombow Adhesive Glue
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pad - Vintage Photo
Instructions:
1. Using the largest Primitive Star Die, cut out however many stars you will need to spell whatever word you have chosen out of the kraft corrugated cardstock.
2. Trace the star you just cut onto the Bazzill cardstock.
3. Now cut around your tracing mark about ¼ of an inch larger.
4. Now trace this second star onto the white corrugated cardstock.
5. Again cut this 3rd star out ¼ in larger following the trace line.
6. Ink the edges of both corrugated stars with distress ink.
7. Adhere the blue stars to the white stars and then adhere the kraft colored stars on top of the blue stars.
8. Adhere the letters you need to spell the word you have chosen to each star.
9. Peel off the top layer of the DIY Thickers to expose the sticky surface and pour the Spark glitter over the top of each letter. Press down to get the Spark glitter to adhere to the letter. Turn over and tap off excess Spark glitter. You can use the excess to pour over your next letter.
10. Measure out how much Bo Bunny Polka Dot ribbon you will need to adhere your stars.
11. Adhere each star onto the ribbon using Tombow glue. Let dry completely!
12. Make bows with the complimentary color of ribbon you have chosen and glue in between every other letter. Let dry completely.
13. Display at your party!
Happy crafting!
Monday, July 2, 2012
Patriotic Food Labels
Patriotic Food Labels
Created by OMC Designer Jill
Supplies Used:
Bazzill Basics :Dark Red Cardstock, Dark Blue Cardstock, Tan Cardstock
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pad - Fired Brick, Faded Jeans
American Crafts : Pebbles Inc. : Let Freedom Ring - Accordion Pennant
American Crafts : Pebbles Inc. : Let Freedom Ring Dimensional Stickers
American Crafts :Pebbles Inc. : Let Freedom Ring Masking Tape Stickers
Adhesive
Black Marker
Ranger Ink : Stickles Glitter Glue
Instructions:
1. Cut red and blue cardstock 6" x 4" and tan cardstock 5 ½" x 3 ½".
2. Ink the edges of the tan cardstock with the opposite color of ink as the background cardstock you have used.
3. Adhere the tan cardstock on top of the red/blue cardstock.
4. Embellish the card with the patriotic stickers
5. Add Stickles to give the stickers that extra sparkle! Let dry completely.
6. Think of a creative way to name your food to be served.
7. Using a black marker practice the way you want to write the name of your foods to be served on a scrap piece of cardstock.
8. Lightly make a straight line with a pencil on your food label. Using this line as a guide write the name of your food on the card. I went back over each letter and made them bolder and fancier!
9. Place in front of the food one your table.
10. Dig in and celebrate the 4th of July!
Happy crafting!
Created by OMC Designer Jill
Supplies Used:
Bazzill Basics :Dark Red Cardstock, Dark Blue Cardstock, Tan Cardstock
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pad - Fired Brick, Faded Jeans
American Crafts : Pebbles Inc. : Let Freedom Ring - Accordion Pennant
American Crafts : Pebbles Inc. : Let Freedom Ring Dimensional Stickers
American Crafts :Pebbles Inc. : Let Freedom Ring Masking Tape Stickers
Adhesive
Black Marker
Ranger Ink : Stickles Glitter Glue
Instructions:
1. Cut red and blue cardstock 6" x 4" and tan cardstock 5 ½" x 3 ½".
2. Ink the edges of the tan cardstock with the opposite color of ink as the background cardstock you have used.
3. Adhere the tan cardstock on top of the red/blue cardstock.
4. Embellish the card with the patriotic stickers
5. Add Stickles to give the stickers that extra sparkle! Let dry completely.
6. Think of a creative way to name your food to be served.
7. Using a black marker practice the way you want to write the name of your foods to be served on a scrap piece of cardstock.
8. Lightly make a straight line with a pencil on your food label. Using this line as a guide write the name of your food on the card. I went back over each letter and made them bolder and fancier!
9. Place in front of the food one your table.
10. Dig in and celebrate the 4th of July!
Happy crafting!
